This is a fixed term, full time 3 year contract, working 76 hrs per FN. The total package is very generous, with ongoing annual allowances, as well as initial accommodation and relocation support.
The Hospital
Servicing a population of approximately 116,000, the service has 2 major sites located approximately 50km apart.The Emergency Departments (ED) handle an estimated 30,000 patient visits annually, catering to a diverse patient population. One site serves as the regional trauma centre and has an admission rate of 25%, while the other is a sub-acute hospital offering limited services and a 15% admission rate.
The ED has received accreditation from the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine for 24 months of training, and an application for year 4 training is currently under review.
The Location
Located on a pristine coast line this city has well developed infrastructure with a vibrant shopping district that spills onto the beach for seafood and coffee. The local countryside is renowned for its produce. You can buy award winning cheese at the factory outlet and taste whisky at the cellar door. There are restaurants to linger in and well stocked delis to tempt you with gourmet treats.